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Nigeria is experiencing a surge in Lassa fever cases, with 66 new cases and 7 deaths recorded in the past three weeks, bringing the total death toll to 221. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has noted a significant rise in the disease.
The death toll from Lassa fever in Nigeria has risen to 214, with the fatality rate reaching 25%. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported the increase in deaths.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported that Lassa fever deaths have increased to 204, with the fatality rate worsening and surpassing previous year's levels. This indicates a concerning trend in the disease's impact.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has issued an alert to 10 states regarding a high risk of cholera and other disease outbreaks. This warning is prompted by anticipated heavy rainfall and flooding, which could exacerbate public health concerns in the affected regions.
The acting CEO of the proposed National Institute for Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Development (NIPHID) has asserted that the NIPHID bill is designed to complement, rather than duplicate, the functions of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). This addresses concerns about potential overlapping responsibilities.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) expresses concern over the politicisation of the cholera outbreak, deploying response teams and highlighting challenges like delayed diagnosis.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced that there are no confirmed cases of Ebola in the country and has issued a warning against the spread of misinformation, clarifying that Ebola and Hantavirus are distinct diseases.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) announced that 85% of confirmed Lassa fever cases this year are concentrated in five states: Bauchi, Ondo, Taraba, Benue, and Edo, according to its latest situation report for Epidemiological Week 10.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) is intensifying its Ebola preparedness efforts and strengthening border surveillance. This action follows an outbreak report, with the task force already working despite only meeting once.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has appealed to state governors to boost funding for health workers to prevent the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola from entering the country.
Nigeria's Cross River State has reported a new case of COVID-19, prompting the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to launch contact tracing efforts and activate a response center. Authorities have stated there is no evidence of community spread from this isolated case.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has identified specimen transport costs and data gaps as major obstacles hindering the country's response to Lassa fever, despite improvements in testing turnaround times.